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Ike vs Penn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ike

Boy #2,970 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Isaac"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,970
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ike Rank #2,970
Penn Rank #2,952

Penn is more popular, ranked #2952 vs #2970 for Ike.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ike or Penn more popular?

Penn is more popular, ranked #2952 compared to Ike at #2970 in the United States.

What do Ike and Penn mean?

Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin). Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Ike and Penn boy or girl names?

Ike is primarily a boy name. Penn is primarily a boy name.

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